Architect (Production Level): Education Infrastructure, Ref No. DOI 140/2023 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for management and implementation of capital and maintenance education infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values. This post is based in Cape Town CBD.

Minimum Requirements  

•  B-Degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; Compulsory registration with SACAP as professional Architect; A minimum of 3 years post qualification architectural experience; A valid code B driving licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage professional in-house project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or package of projects; Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation; Identify and extract data and information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan; Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional councils, boards and organisation;
• Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointments, management and payment processes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge in the following: Contract documentation and administration ; Act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS Act); National Building Regulations; SANS and all relevant built environment legislation; Programme and project management; Research and planning procedures; Financial management; Formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Skills needed: Leadership and organising; Written and verbal communication; Conflict management; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.